Thoroughly updated, this accessible introduction to the methods of ethnographic fieldwork reconsiders the status of ethnography and places it quite explicitly in a general methodological context.
Martyn Hammersley Knihy




MA in Education: Educational Research Methods Study Guide
- 147 stránok
- 6 hodin čítania
a very good book but it has been previously read. available from UK seller , same day/next day dispatch. The fella used it for his MA withthe OU, he says it was brill
A Dictionary of Social Research Methodology
- 158 stránok
- 6 hodin čítania
The book serves as a comprehensive guide to various methodological concepts, blending philosophical and technical perspectives. It covers a diverse array of topics, including constructionism, critical realism, regression analysis, grounded theory, odds ratios, and triangulation, making it a valuable resource for understanding different research methodologies.
Key sociological terms like 'power', 'ideology', and 'culture' often suffer from ambiguous meanings, complicating the interpretation of sociological findings. This book delves into these central concepts, exploring their historical context and analytical implications. Rather than proposing a new framework, it aims to clarify and refine the meanings associated with these terms, enhancing their utility in sociological analysis. The discussions are relevant not only to sociologists but also to anyone interested in the complexities of social issues.